About the role
English Lecturer – College – Vision for Education
English Lecturer | Full Time | Long-Term Opportunity
Are you an English Lecturer looking for your next career move? Are you a passionate English lecturer seeking flexibility, job security, and the chance to work in a fantastic School in Sunderland? Vision for Education is recruiting a dedicated English Lecturer to work in a well-regarded school within the local area.
This opportunity is ideal for an ambitious English Lecturer who wants to make a genuine impact while benefiting from the support of a market-leading education recruitment agency.
The School and the Role
This secondary school is a large, welcoming, and inclusive learning environment with a strong focus on student progress, positive behaviour, and staff development. The school offers:
1. A well-established English department with access to a broad and engaging curriculum
2. Supportive leadership and clear behaviour expectations that promote effective learning
3. A diverse and respectful student community with high aspirations
4. A strong emphasis on staff wellbeing, CPD, and professional growth
5. A commitment to continuous improvement and raising standards across the school
The school is seeking a committed English Lecturer to deliver high-quality lessons across KS3 and KS4, teaching students of all abilities. This is a full-time, long-term role for the full academic year, offering stability and continuity.
You will be joining a collaborative team of experienced practitioners who work closely together to share best practice and support pupil progress. Whether you are an experienced English Lecturer or an ECT, this role provides an excellent opportunity to develop your career in a supportive setting.
Requirements
The ideal English Lecturer will have:
6. Experience teaching English at KS3 and KS4
7. Strong subject knowledge and a passion for English Literature and Language
8. The ability to inspire, motivate, and engage learners
9. Excellent classroom management skills
10. A commitment to raising attainment and supporting pupil progress
11. The ability to work effectively as part of a wider school team
What Vision for Education Offers You:
As a Teacher of English working with Vision for Education, you will benefit from:
12. Excellent daily rates, paid weekly via the PAYE system
13. A Guaranteed Pay Scheme (subject to availability)
14. Ongoing CPD and training to support your professional development
15. Pension contributions
16. Social and networking events
17. A dedicated education consultant who understands your career goals
Vision for Education is proud to be an MSP and a Lot 2 provider on the CCS framework, giving schools confidence in the quality, compliance, and value of the teachers we supply. As an MSP operating as a Lot 2 provider on the CCS framework, Vision for Education works closely with schools to deliver high-quality, compliant staffing solutions. Schools and candidates alike trust Vision for Education as an experienced MSP and Lot 2 provider on the CCS framework.
About Vision for Education
Vision for Education is a market-leading education supply agency, working with primary, secondary, and SEND schools across the UK. We are committed to improving outcomes for young people and supporting educators at every stage of their career.
We are part of The Edwin Group, a Top 10 UK employer in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025, rated ‘Excellent’ by staff across all categories and recognised for industry-leading employee engagement.
Vision for Education is an equal opportunities employer. We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability, or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.